Research Coordinator II

Summary

Coordinates the day-to-day activities of research protocols which includes screening, enrollment and monitoring of research participate. Ensures accurate data collection, documentation, organization and safety of research participants.

Job Duties

• Coordinates day-to-day activities of research protocol.
• Interviews, screens and recruits patients for study.
• Explains processes and procedures to educate participants regarding research study.
• Obtains and records/retains patients consent for study participation.
• Coordinates meetings with Study Group Members.
• Assists Principal Investigator in organizing data.
• Initiates and maintains communication with providers related to patient recruitment, study protocols, etc.
• Manages patient interview transcripts.
• Manages Data Use Agreements (DUA).
• Collects patient information, process patient documents and enters information into patient database systems, such as RedCAP.
• Works closely with IRB on all submissions.
• Performs Venipuncture (blood draws), EKGs/ECGs and obtain vital signs on study participants.
• Collects, processes, ships and maintains paperwork for blood and/or biological specimens according to procedures outlined in study protocol.
• Employees may be required to receive on the job training of phlebotomy and EKGs/ECGs prior to performing on study participants.
• Maintains all study related records and regulatory documents.
• Schedules research participants tests and procedures such as laboratory tests, x-rays, and other study specific tests, exams, etc. for research protocol.
• Retrieves and submits test results to appropriate party.
• Corresponds with patient throughout study.
• Orders study/office supplies and equipment.
• Initiates and tracks purchase orders, if necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years experience working as part of a clinical trial research team, including responsibility for patient recruitment.
• Experience work with institutional IRBs.